Junior Publicist or Publicist

Tapestry London; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative PR agency in London seeks a Junior Publicist or Publicist to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience in Arts, Entertainment, or Fashion PR, with excellent organizational and communication skills. Responsibilities include generating press opportunities, managing media relations, and overseeing social media content. This full-time role offers exciting opportunities for event attendance and potential international travel.

Qualifications

• At least three years’ experience in Arts, Entertainment, or Fashion PR for Junior Publicist.
• At least five years’ experience in the same fields for Publicist.
• Strong ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and industry professionals.

Responsibilities

• Generate press opportunities through targeted pitching.
• Organize photo-shoots and interviews.
• Manage client press schedules and travel arrangements.
• Design and update press kits and biographies.
• Handle social media content and strategy.
• Monitor press coverage.

Skills

Creative thinking

Organizational skills

Writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

ABOUT THIS ROLE

We are seeking a creative and highly organized individual for the role of either a Junior Publicist (with at least three years’ experience in Arts, Entertainment, or Fashion PR) or a Publicist (with at least five years’ experience in the same fields). The ideal candidate will have established media and industry contacts and a passion for the arts.

The Junior Publicist/Publicist will join our small, successful team of personal publicists, working across multiple clients at different stages of global press campaigns. The role requires active engagement with global media, current trends, and the changing media landscape. Responsibilities include generating press opportunities, building campaigns, organizing interviews and photo-shoots, and expanding industry contacts.

The successful candidate will be a fast learner, deadline-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and professional communication are essential. The role demands excellent writing skills, diplomatic interpersonal skills, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, agents, and industry professionals.

Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint is required for creating presentations and press kits, along with competence in other Microsoft Office applications. The candidate should be able to research efficiently, update biographies, and handle copywriting tasks. They will also manage the Tapestry social media account, designing engaging content to grow the brand’s presence.

This role offers opportunities to attend key entertainment events, including award ceremonies and premieres, with potential international travel. The working hours are 09:30 - 18:00, Monday to Friday, based in a central London office. Occasional evening, weekend work, and additional hours may be required, with a TOIL system in place for flexibility. Candidates should hold a valid passport and disclose any travel restrictions.

KEY TASKS include:

1. Targeted pitching to generate media opportunities.
2. Organizing photo-shoots and interviews, managing requests, and attending press events.
3. Managing client press schedules and travel arrangements.
4. Designing and updating press kits and biographies.
5. Managing social media content and strategy.
6. Administrative duties, including updating company documents and managing the department assistant.
7. Monitoring press coverage and maintaining industry contacts.
8. Researching industry projects and new talent.
9. Liaising with stylists and managing client logistics.

Contract: Full-time, permanent, subject to a 6-month probation period.